Band-E-Amir: The Natural wonder of Afghanistan!

Never thought Afghanistan has such an outstanding natural wonder that would make people standstill with their wide-mouth open. Yes, this was quite a surprise to me! Just came across this place full of natural beauty so thought I’ll share it with y’all.

Situated in the Mountainous Hazarajat at an attitude of 3000m, 75 km from Bamiyan, is a majestic blue lake is known for its exquisite beauty. Well-known as Band-e Amir, meaning Dam of the Amir it’s a place that is a naturally created group of lakes with unique geological formations and structure, as well as natural and splendid beauty.

National Grand Theater: China’s newest architectural phenomenon

Impressed by the splendid architecture of Sydney Opera House, Australia or Canary Islands, Spain? Get ready for yet another magnificent architecture that will put you in awe. I bet, once you see this eye-catching architectural marvel, you’ll stand still with your wide-mouth open for long.

The oval shaped building you see in the picture above is the newest landmark of Beijing. Named National Grand Theater, it’s titanium-plated, $360 million complex just off Tiananmen Square. I won’t be wrong if I say that this is modern architecture is yet another demonstration of China’s economic growth and its desire to outdo the Western world in every respect.

Timeless peace of Suzhou’s gardens!

When Suzhou is mentioned, the first thought in our mind is of its gardens which are one of the must see when you are in Suzhou. It is a cultural and historical city that is celebrated around the world for its vast and elegant gardens. Humble Administrator’s Garden, Lingering Garden, Garden of the Master of the Nets are some of the magnificent gardens of Suzhou.

Humble Administrator’s Garden:

Humble Administrator’s Garden is the largest garden in Suzhou. There is a lake inside the garden. Between the entrance and the lake, there is a wall with floral windows. You can get a glimpse of the lake as soon as you enter the garden but to see the entire scene, you’ll have to take a walk through the moon shaped door on the wall.


Due to its unique designs and unearthly beauty, the garden has garnered many special honors. It is listed as a World Cultural Heritage site and has also been designated as one of the Cultural Relics of National Importance under the Protection of the State and a Special Tourist Attraction of China.

Lingering Garden:

This is another largest garden of Suzhou. It dates back to Ming Dynasty. There is a pool inside the garden that is surrounded by pavilions and hills. Across the water is a 700 m walkway connecting all the major scenic spots. You can view carefully selected perspectives of the garden through the windows. It is well-known for the exquisite beauty of its magnificent halls and the various sizes, shapes, and colors of the buildings.

The Lingering Garden creates stunning natural landscapes within limited space. Domiciles, ancestral temples and private gardens are also included. Buildings, trees, and flowers blend harmoniously with their surroundings.

Garden of the Master of the Nets:

It is the smallest of the Suzhou residential gardens, yet most impressive because of its use of space which creates the illusion of an area that is much greater than its actual size. Even more than the architectural achievement is the mood of tranquility and harmony that this humble garden embodies.

Don’t you wish to witness the timeless tranquility of Suzhou’s gardens? I’m sure, your answer would be yes. So, what are you waiting for, plan your trip now!

Chinese tourism : To safeguard Huangshan Mountain

The popular UNESCO World Heritage tourist attraction and the masterpiece of nature, Huangshan Mountain is renowned for its beauty and attracts millions of visitors each year. This scenic peak is getting blemished because of a large number of tourists. To allow the vegetation to recover from damages made by tourists, Chinese tourism authorities have decided to keep it closed for three years.

Also, known as Yellow Mountain, Huangshan is a marvel within an area of 154 square kilometers where there is a crowd of peaks. Most of them have names indicating the shapes they resemble. When it is cloudy the pinnacles loom in mists as if they were visionary and in sunshine they unfold in all their majesty and splendor.

The peaks change their color and appearance with the alternating seasons. While in spring blooming flowers decorate the slopes with different color and fill the valleys with fragrance, in summer you see these peaks rising one upon another. Autumn dresses the mountains in red and purple. Winter turns them into a world of frost and ice with silver rocks everywhere.
This endless and spellbinding beauty of Huangshan Mountain has attracted many people from all over the world. China has among UNESCO’s largest number of listed sites and their management has sometimes come under criticism, let’s hope this step taken forward by Chinese tourism authorities proves to be rewarding.